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J&K: Authorities on toes as demand for GI-tagged Pashmina shawls rises

Demand for Kashmir Pashmina GI tagging is surging, with a significant certification backlog. The Srinagar laboratory conducts about 150 certifications daily, but a 45-day lag persists. Officials are training more personnel and acquiring new equipment to expedite the process. The Handloom and Handicrafts Department aims to significantly increase testing capacity soon. This expansion promises a transformed handicrafts and handloom sector in Kashmir.

15 Sep 2026 11:34 pm